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HVAC Install Apprentice

Service Professor

Kalamazoo, MI 49048 • 10/28/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

As an HVAC Apprentice, you will play a vital role in assisting with the installation and maintenance of HVAC systems, ductwork, and blown-in insulation. You will work closely with experienced technicians and installers, learning the skills needed to excel in diagnosing and repairing HVAC systems.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Comprehensive Health Benefits – Starting Day One:
    • Affordable, High Quality Health Care options (company pays 70%)
    • Dental & Vision Insurance
    • Company subsidized Health Savings Accounts
    • Employer-Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Consistent, Year-Round Work – We keep our teams busy in every season
  • 401(k) with Significant Company Match– Plan for your future while you build your career
  • Fully Stocked Company Vehicles -So you can focus on the job and get started quickly
  • Paid Time Off – Including holidays, floating holidays, and PTO
  • Company-Provided Tools, Uniform, and Tablet
  • Employee and Family Discounts
  • Apprenticeship Programs and On-the-Job Training – Learn quickly and grow your career
  • Trades License Incentive Payout Program – Earn cash incentives for achieving key licensing milestones! We recognize the value of your hard work and investment in professional growthwhen you obtain or upgrade your trade license, you’ll receive a financial reward for your accomplishment
  • Positive, Team-Focused Culture

Your Day-to-Day:

  • Assisting the Installation team with the installation of HVAC systems, ductwork, and blown-in insulation.
  • Aiding Technicians in diagnosing and repairing HVAC systems.
  • Performing all tasks with technical excellence to uphold our warranties and guarantees.
  • Maintaining a positive learning attitude to become proficient in all aspects of plumbing repairs, new installations, and diagnosing service issues.
  • Demonstrating the proper use and care of tools and equipment.
  • Working and communicating effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Installing HVAC equipment such as furnaces, residential AC units, mini splits, boilers, packaged RTUs, and more.
  • Retrofitting and installing ductwork as necessary.
  • Troubleshooting installation issues.
  • Embrace and learn sales processes.
  • Aiming to advance into a Technician or Installer role.

What Does It Take?

  • Current driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Clear background check.
  • Must obtain Universal EPA Certification within 90 days of employment.
  • Working cell phone with internet connection.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Outgoing, professional, clean-cut, and drug-free.
  • Quick, sound decision-making abilities.
  • Highly motivated, flexible, with a great attitude towards life.
  • Ability to demonstrate the proper and safe use of tools and related equipment.
  • Must be able to work in small attics and tight spaces.
  • Effective communication skills both individually and in a team environment.

Physical Requirements: This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, climbing, and working in confined or restricted spaces. Employees must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift, move, or assist with equipment and materials weighing up to 100 pounds. The role requires climbing ladders and stairs, using hand and power tools, and performing physically demanding work for extended periods. Work may be performed in attics, crawl spaces, basements, rooftops, and other residential areas with limited access. Employees may work indoors and outdoors and be exposed to varying temperatures, weather conditions, dust, dirt, noise, and other conditions commonly encountered during residential HVAC installations.

EEOC statement: Atrium Home Services and its affiliated companies are dedicated equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work) and will not be discriminated against based on such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.